Kiska (AE 35) - Naval Cruise Book

Text from Pages 1 - 104 of the 1991 volume:

be , F --X .K 3619151 IU SLN Z -A 1 n l 4 i 1 i I ? 3 1 i , i I , Q r 1 . 1 11 .F . 30688 ji Foreword Contents From The Commanding Dfficer From The Executive Dfficer From The Department Heads Reveille Quarters Turn To Titivate Ship Church Call Inspection, Berthing And Messing Pay Day Underway Replenishment Flight Quarters General Quarters Mail Call Knock Gff Special Evolutions Operation Desert Shield X Desert Storm Crossing The Line Tiger Cruise Welcoming Home Mug Shots Ports Of Call Baby Mugs lvliscellaneous Photographs f 2 4 5 6 8 10 12 24 26 28 30 32 36 40 42 44 54 56 60 64 68 78 94 95 ev... 3 1 j Foreword A Day ln The Life Cf K1sKA November ll, 1990 4? SL T .f I 1 44 - ! 1'l Q Time. We order our experiences, 1 I3 our memories and our lives with this invisible construction. With- out it, we would be lost in a l world of chaos, in a world with- out rhyme or reason. It is this very fact that drives us to divide and sub-divide in the notations of seconds, minutes, hours, days, weeks, months and years. These ' variables bring order. Even on a more symbolic level, Time can be used to compress a group of experiences that may extend over a long period into a smaller frame of reference to allow deeper comprehension. It is with this in mind that this book was designed. The theme A Day In The Life Of KISKA attempts to convey what a ' lengthy deployment entails by portrayed here could never hap- ' pen Cor if it did you would not want it tol. lt would be too ex- hausting. --IOZ Gregory Sands Dejean i l U 5 condensing it into a 24-hour X - period. This mythological day 2 if X, .- L 1 u L,,. I I X Erom The CQ KlSKA's nine month deployment has proven to be the 'cruise of a lifetime'. From the very start when we left Concord on August l4, 1990, we knew our mission was going to be the toughest of any ammunition ship's since World War ll. We moved ammo across the Pacific as we sailed westward. We stopped in Pearl Harbor, Guam and Subic before reaching the MIDWAY Battle Group and heading to the Persian Gulf. We opened the newest naval logistics center in the Middle East in December 1990. This supply point will continue to reshape Middle East logistics for years to come. We were the first ammunition ship to enter the Persian Gulf in direct support of a carrier battle group. We are directly respon- sible for USS MIDWAY delivering more ordnance on enemy targets than any other carrier during the war. KISKA became famous through- out the Gulf as the ammo ship to look for when you want ammo and other cargo moved the quickest. By the end of cruise we were honored with the recognition as Battle E winner of Musik J' COMLOGGRU ONE, AE class. This award epitomizes team work and spirit over the long run. Nothing more can be said of a crew that worked so hard on a day to day basis. There were some great liberty ports too. Hawaii, Subic, Hong Kong, Penang, Perth and Bali rate as some of the best in the world. Christmas in Eujairah will be remembered as well. A most eventful nine months. We can take pride in knowing that we played a significant role in the shaping of world events. l have the deepest admiration for the entire crew of KISKA which performed superbly and never quit. Yes it was a long nine months, but a cruise any sailor would have loved to have been part of. We made history. :lf Time is an important element in conduct- ing everyday evolutions on board a naval vessel. The challenge to every crew member aboard is to be prepared to meet the demanding schedule. This schedule can cover all hours of the day, including activities such as airheads, UN REPS, maintenance of the ship and various drills. This challenge is met by each department head and his subordinates long before the actual beginning of the deployment. The ship and its crew undergo a variety of preparations: refresher training and GPPE to name a few. The ship goes through these various training evolutions to prepare itself for the up-coming deployment and, eventually, for its return to homeport. From The X0 Time is such an important ele- ment in the everyday life of the KISKA crew. Long hours are spent each day on the demanding reality of life at sea. The Job of the Executive Officer IS to make sure that this time is used smartly and to prepare the men of the KISKA to meet the demands of the schedule. The theme of this cruise book is A Day In The Life Qf KISKA. By reducing the months to the es- sence of one day, the reader of this book will gain insight into what a sailor contends with on a day-to-day basis. LT john Adams, Supply Department Head It is this man's job to ensure that the ship has all the basic require- ments to be self-sufficient, such as food, equipment and money. Additionally, his department washes the crew's laundry, cuts their hair, and provides a ship's store that offers a variety of goods. They offer visible services that make one feel that one is part of a viable community. From his office on the 02 level, LT Adams commands a group of men who have a far-reaching effect on the entire crew of KISKA. Without their efforts, the ship's mission would be impaired. LT David Andersland, Operations Department Head Various communications is the key phrase which describes this im- portant department. Without transmitting and receiving information, the ship would be isolated from its immediate environment and the world. Each division in Operations plays a vital role in the realm of data. The methods used are diverse. The latest in electronic-gathering devices are utilized, yet flashing lights or hand signals are still as im- portant as they were a hundred years ago. And without radio signals, the command would come to a virtual standstill. LT David johnson, X! N av Department Head Within this small department are very distinct rates that provide an assortment of services: the Yeomen and Personnelmen in the ship's office with their files and forms, the Quartermasters on the bridge charting the course, the Iournalist documenting and entertaining the crew, the Hospital Corpsmen tending to the sick, the Postal Clerk sorting mail, the Religious Program Specialist assisting the Chaplain, the Master-At-Arms maintaining law and order, and the Naval Career Counselor persuading people to remain in the United States Navy. LCDR Rocky Kropp, Air Department Head KISKA is made resplendent with the addition of this temporary de- partment of aviators and maintenance men. Because of Air's tireless work, the ship is able to move ammunition and other cargo Cin con- junction with Deck Departmentl at a much faster rate using their two helicopters. Swooping down and hovering above the ship's flight deck, the pilot and his crew have perfected a system of delivering and receiving important cargo in a timely and safe manner. Even though they will eventually return to San Deigo, they will be remembered. LCDR David Rossi, Engineering Department Head Without an energy source, the ship would go nowhere. And that's one of the responsibilities of the second largest department onboard. Besides providing power that energizes personal radios to the ship's engines, LCDR Rossi's men also ensure the availability of fresh water, the integrity of the ship's inter-communication systems, its miles of electrical wires, maintenance of the air conditioning and refrigeration elements and hull maintenance. As with all departments on a ship, Engineering is of vital importance. LT Richard Torres, Deck Department Head In this, the largest department on KISKA, we find the work-horses of the Navy. These men scrape, sweep, swab, paint and carry. They set up, work with and tear down underway replenishments stations. They also stand watches on the bridge day and night. A special divi- sion within Deck is RASE. It is responsible for the upkeep and repair of all equipment relating to underway replenishment. Yet another group of specially-trained sailors work in Third Division which is held directly accountable for all ammunition onboard ship. LT Steve Williams, EOD Department LT Williams' department consists of only three men, but their purpose on a naval vessel is just as unique as the talented trio themselves. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal team is trained to contend with dam- aged ammunition both onboard KISKA and in nearby waters. Poten- tially putting their lives on the line every day, these brave souls were an appreciated addition to the crew. Often, they could be found along the shores of the north Arabian Sea conducting under-water exercises to keep ever-ready for potential threats. LT Willie Williams, Command Chaplain No matter what mankind involves itself with, the need for God's men to be present to console and guide is paramount. This was no less true on KISKA. Chaplain Williams acted as minister, counselor and coordinator for a multitude of crew-oriented activities. Additionally, he was tasked with the collateral duty of Public Affairs Officer. To help him with this array of obligations, he had the expert assistance of his trusty religious program specialist, RPSN Hugh Keith. This dynamic duo provided excellent pastoral care to KlSKA's crew. l7l ,X X 0600 X The early morning quiet is broken by the abrupt announcement: Reveille, reveille. All hands heave out and trice up. Now reveille, breakfast for the crew. As the men begin to climb out of their racks, the lights come on. It's the beginning of yet another day at sea. The hours of this new day stand before them like so many images on a clay tablet: showering, shaving, brush- ing teeth, dressing and eating break- fast. And that's just the beginning! For reveille stands for more than just the hour of 0600, it represents the initial stage upon which an entire day is launched. And on this particular da Y, November ll, 1990, KISKA is to experi- ence just about everything a ship could possibly encounter. -1 i I , 1, ' 33? if 9, s . ,A .11 .ff ' a .E Q . . ft btw, 4, wi X. Li . 1 .f A QQ -NJ 1,1-f asfif' p X, .Lk H f.- rams, uv 1 ' 1 5 Reveille V .6 fffhxiex N Off O The boatswain's mate of the watch grasps the microphone on the bridge and says: All hands to quarters for muster, instruction and inspection. Officers call. The crew gathers on the flight deck so they can be counted, have the Plan Of The Day read to them and have their appear- ances inspected for any discrepan- cies by senior petty officers. Mean- while, all the chief petty officers and officers stand at attention as the Executive Officer explains what he expects during the course of the day . -,. ,- . Rv , 'tx ' ' . xg-fr.. ,,,... . 'al 34.1. , ' ,-eps Qc 'Q i I W 3 1 ' N. ' 1.9 ai! fn 51555, Piggy' .,,. L 15 ' I 1 ' , AIU' if Y ,K .V , .'. - Q 4' JI. ' -if f H t f , f 4 ,. f 1, in . ll , 'I I I . x , ar--W A0 .X ' GM! N 11'- 3. -kv , r .5 'GVJL .Jn ? 'Y 1, IH , '54- ig ' HI .. 575 gf! Q.E1Q.1'.'E?l'5 U11 ,L ,X X, N X N K X O 7 4 5 xx XX j X t XXX X! Turn to . . . commence ship's work. When those five words are spoken over the IMC, the crew of KISKA take off like dogs at a race track! These men are known for their hard work, pride and professionalism. Whether it's the quartermasters on the bridge or the men down in the pit, no one is without an important job to accomplish. Be sides, the days of deployment swiftly pass by when one stays busy Cnot that a sailor needs an excuse to stay busyll -........m Q -4 . Turn To ' H31 i' The moments of the day pass as if sand in an hourglass . an -I-ti! 6' lx g .LJ n ' 5 hai- s . , I 'FY 'ff ,QI-s' hy' IQ. 'J 7 K. f I - I 'HND-' 'O' '. , -xi u-1+ l' I T l'? T W IME U-5 gf' 5 . . . an hourglass that is as deep as the ocean itself. i- I '-A Q 7 H . lvl: ,n iv. g -Q- 61 gv A v A ff. - eoramgrp I-IUUJ ING x I .4 1 Iilllll f 1 A - ,fe .0 I, '12 X . je, - X . , ,ge -3, ,,:'. Jig' .Q A.: 4' Mom-E ES And the unendmg parade of Tlme . . . W A I Qi T -4' I I -1 3 ann' i'Q.w. ' i' Q ,W L Qi - 'si s-A--' ad! 'x , -, 1' kai, f, H0 R XXX x iywf ,- Qe,, 'X -x .X ' . 'X 3 IZOI XXX N. i stretches into the future. ' , .Ml- 2 1 'x . I 3 S xx 1 Q! 3 1 'P ff-A fi' W I Circling, it reminds us of the past! 4,1 C gl' f 0800 l X Vxxzrsllflf One would think that being sur- rounded by an immense body of water would prevent the build-up of dust and dirt. However, even at sea, there is a strong need to clean daily. Where all this dust comes from no one knows, but dust there is. So, several times a day, the Crew hears the following words: Now titivate the ship! From sweeping to swabbing to wiping, all hands pitch in to keep their home away from home livable. Whether it is on the signal bridge or in the main space, the need to clean is paramount. , ,v l xi, V:' wfii 'liiyatei Ship F55 Nu Nw.. A I I A ff XXX X 0930 il x X, Every Sunday morning the faithful would gather in the crew's lounge for church call. Devine services are now being held in the crew's lounge. Main- tain silence about the decksp knock off all games of chance, the boatswain mate of the watch would say. And with that announcement a multitude of sailors would come to hear LT Willie S. Williams give his sermons, to sing hymns and pray for family and friends. Services were provided for both Pro- testants and Catholics on board KISKA. .5333 I A 1' AQXY3, ya , I 7 v C v-iuugp K H gl, it 3 fx ' . .. is . frme 1 -72 NWT!! ' 'K V ' Wm-, V B! 3 . I f . H 1 g C1115 4 Q ' K P, se ,gy 1 ng :Wm I 2 S Q '1' .1 g ph A ,sf Ni x ' ' S- 'i . I , 1 A is - r., f J ' Church Call i271 ffX'Xii XY X, I X 1 0 0 0 lx Q l li Xxx X! So, after titivating the ship for the past two for morel hours, the time has come for the Executive Officer to make his rounds through the ship's berthing and mess areas. lt booms across the lMC like a judgement from Cod: Standby for XO's inspection of messing and berthing spaces! The cleaners anx- iously await his arrival, because they know how stringent his standards of cleanliness are. If they have done their job well, there will not be a trace of dust anywhere, the decks will glimmer with a fluorescent shine and the ship's heads will not smell of anything worse than pine oil. And, so, the cleaning crew sighs with relief as they realize they have passed another inspection. L FR.l.Ui at , 1 ivy' i L exft mv V, --5 . E9 fm ' .l XCTS Ins ection - - ' 1291 X i li i , i i i l l O l ,fly X, If is X X If 'sggsiafg There are five words that all sailors listen for as if they were race horses waiting at the starting gate: Pay day for the crew. And with that spoken, there is a mad dash for the pay line. Once paid, the next step is in deciding where each hard-earned dollar is to go paying someone you borrowed money from, paying monthly bills, sending money orders to needy family mem- bers, purchasing needed items in the ships store, etc. Within moments tit seemsl, what was once a fistful of cash is now perhaps a few clinking coins in one's pocket. The 15-day count-down begins again. .,.,-1- S 1' it i i li' f pi U N i 1 My J. ml- S Q A A ,.-If 4- L... Y Z'- X TX, R v xx 1 1 3 O l x X xt xi!! Now man the UNREP detail. Man PORT side. Rig team one man station four, rig team two man station lil. This is what KISKA is all about: doing underway replenishments in support ' ' l T 3 - ' - of the battle group. Whether it be am Q munition or some other needed sup- 43 ply, KISKA is known throughout the ' ' fleet for its pride and professionalism. These special evolutions require con- centration and coordination between a multitude of people so that it occurs swiftly and safely. Sometimes an UNREP can be accomplished in a few hoursg other times, it can be a day-long endeavor. However long it does take, the men of KISKA relish the challenge. .419 an-ft -1-Q , E 1. .4 is-is , I Lui 1 I ,. . -. x 5 1---8' l gl ' 'i 1- -1 V 5 i JL -?l'llh-Q-n Llf- ,' -,Q-sv-' 4.-Q4 ., --. - ... 1.-. .-- . ....- - B IC 1 'WF' QA! Q' REE.- , A' I U41 Even though they had done it hundreds of times . . I if E, H A144 Ag.. , . M-...f....q O J? ,. 1 '-N, ' -U L 1 , - J 1 - i-, r nb, q'.? L- 1 -V mth' fl I I I 9' li ..x -1 P , D .L . '--4 1 O P'Q.. 4 F---,... ..,,.,, -. - - 412, ill Q. v f'-I I .'ilfTfT P4 'itll ?'rJf.?v 'ffl' I I Q 4 h , I nv V I 1 Mu Y N Q I -+-e-vii? -Q -Qw- ' 'll ' A ' I 1 M V f is 2-as , al -N 'lfllpi Wx- W' -1' 4 , , ,fg . f 7 it was always a fresh challenge to them. , f 'AJ . , X 1 f N l If l l l I XXX l 1300 f X x xxx xx f Flight quarters, flight quarters. All hands man your flight quarters station. 1 All hands not actually involved in flight quarters stand clear. All hands top side aft of frame l45 remove cov- ers. The smoking lamp is out aft frame 145. Fantail is secured. Hold all trash on station. Commence POD walk- down. The following is a test of the helo crash alarm from the helo tower. Test completep regard all further alarms. lf it weren't for the men and women who support this evolution, then the transfer of voluminous loads between ships Cand between ship and shore? would take way too much time. Flight quarters, often in conjunction with UNREPS, facilitates the Navy's ability to get the job done and get it done quickly. This is imperative dur- ing time of war. f .f .1 l 3:1 X x.Wf,f T'N ' H 4 .X t p L' 3 1 -.., 'X Q' 1 fi Flight Quarters U81 ,. , i4 1 ' Q The whirring of the blades . . . '2 . 'Z'- Q ' - 2' - -.f Q f -s X 'R I ,4-v Q I . DFIEXEL 5 V' F'- ,K sm A 3 r l -1 7 -S2 . .TJ' . W' ' uw. A .-V , ', ,' V ' ' L1 K 1 .' 1 Av . in I' ,F r o . . . . ft ' . , f.,' i f 7' - ' '. ' - 1 - 1 3 ' ' r ' I , . 1 ,, .Q ,.,, - . 5 . - . ' , x' s ' i N 4 sg 5 e 4 4 . p ,X Q s I v AN Y 1 .- - V -V 1 X k, f ve. x K xx - x-, zz - .3 X . - a 2 . A . L It Q Z v X j 1 , g : ' . 'P , Y I . . , Y S R 3' 1 f-9 . , , blurred the days one into another. Jim- 1 1 -u JL? Q Al-I1 - 1 .... . 'Q' igfgffg 7 ' 1430 ' to X fx , sc, ff Nxhm 2 Drills are an integral part of life at sea. Without them we would not he pre- pared for the unexpected. Une of the most important drills a crew needs to practice is called General Quarters. General quarters, general quarters. All hands man your battle stations. Battle is the ultimate reality a sailor may find himself confronting. There- fore, it is of utmost importance he know exactly what is expected of him should this transpire. Besides manning his station, the sailor is expected to be knowledgeable in regard to proper phone talking procedures, fighting major fires and repairing structural damage to the ship. OG KPQ l 4' 2 Y General -diff-5Yf 1Q2if uarters H11 The tension builds. Everyone's ears are cocked towards the IMC speakers throughout the ship: Mail call! As with pay day, there is a surge of sailors towards a little office on the Ol level. Inside stands the man everyone loves: PC3 Eric Helge, KlSKA's postal clerk. Before that moment of jubilation, Petty Officer Helge has lugged, unpacked and sorted tons of mail and packages. What crew members receive in the mail is as diverse as the crew members themselves: letters, care packages, newspapers and magazines, bills and work-related items. Whatever each receives, it is always welcome for it breaks the tedium of daily life at sea. Gnce again, PC3 is the man of the day. 49 F? I S '-xv ni'- 1630 If - c ff! XXX K!! Time has divided the day like so many pieces of a pie, each contributing and being part of the whole. And now, as the clock begins to slow, it is time for the final meal and, hopefully, a few hours of leisure. How to spend one's free time is never a problem, there is television, radio, cards, books, conver- sation, writing, star-gazing and, finally, sleep. When Knock off ships work is announced, no one argues the point. For to renew and refresh one's mind and body for the up-coming day is just as important as the cause each and every sailor supports. 4 ' vs ,k ,. .A --f ii' 'llc rr ' 3.-si X - ,.4vH-- ,, - 5 .5L ' ff n, 9 'fri --57' h xiffaii-iv, ., .3 -'-M - - Q f f ' .n .. ,r:r.., iv, Q'- Law pl' 'wg kf 9 XX x. ,: S' ' it l XS. N. N Qnock QC 1 E . ..,, -,,,M,,,,J rvi I-151 H61 As the searing sun set . . . '11- f '- 'R W, ,.,,. 41 .Yi .5322- rx. y '! 1 3 X -..---f 4' L I the crew cooled down to play. Whether on the mess decks or in the lounges . . w A H31 vu? g-,ff ,l T. . I xl. W -el x 1 1 skex ' K, : , i ' n e , V. , 5 1 2 ' 9 . 1 ' x i Z 'A ij mv, T f . . . they let all their cares drift 8WaY- ,AD At that magic hour of 2200 G Y-.XxfT1'if' v , ,-,,,..,,..- ff f' . ,, , Ji .. .. If Tab, ', . 1, '- each began to think of his bed. 'vw 'be .,-1 .LIN 1 Even as the ship slid beneath the moon 'Q 1 ,,,f 5 J' wf N 'ii V a HQ ,a'f t,s! rv ILT 5' ' ,N1 -Q... -X 8,4 ,,,, 'a' ' m0Sl were dreaming dreams all too soon! XX V1 +A-V aa , , , ,fa W , 1 M a 'H ir .ll ga J A 3 , 1 1 Special E olution : Dperation Desert Shield Dperation Desert Storm The north Arabian Sea was the setting for our contribution to Dperation De- sert Shield. It was here that twice a week KISKA would play a vital role in the transferance of cargo, mail and passengers from the United States tand elsewhere? to be delivered throughout Battle Group Alpha. Dperation Desert vt' Storm followed the military buildup and KISKA steamed into the Persian Gulf. KISKA played an important role in both operations, thus helping evict Saddam Hussein and his forces from Kuwait. History had been written. Ps. f . Z-X ,I f I' ,ai fy 147 -Q... . 1 1 ' .- 9 I O.. 1. ,..1 A ,V - , N ,Aqi f'A' r n-I ..1J'9:r' , , if ,- - I ., l' Ii ,Qi -1-L: --- - ' of wi .1 . 1 'ig 5 Sp cial Evolution : Crossing The Line Ceremony if 4 v 1 Imagine a group of strong, sweaty men rowing in unison to the beat of a whip. Above them stands someone even stronger, demanding they keep their strokes even. The unmerciful sun burns their backs as they try to main- tain their chore. Aye! I wish the wind would come back to blow the sail, la- ments one of the ancient sailors. In their minds, they had very possibly af- fronted King Neptune, ruler of all the earth's seas by trespassing into some area that was to be off limits to their sailing ships. Aye! To bring back the ocean wind and keep us on our course home! Little did these men know that they had entered the equatorial zone where the notorious doldrums can bring a ship to a standstill. So, in re- sponse to their fears, a very strange custom began, a custom that is still practiced by today's sailors: The Cross ing Of The Line Ceremony. It was believed that if the men of such a dis- tressed ship were to place themselves into a position of humbleness and obei- sance to physical pain, then, perhaps, King Neptune would restore the trade winds and their dark mood would be lifted. The following photographs graphically reveal today's sailor who has chosen to continue a tradition that began several centuries ago. . gs., il .l .,,.i..-. -f V - - . , t 4 L,-W Fugnliu fy. - h U 1 Q, 'S nm pglk ., 1, 4.4 k . ' 'i A! L --, .., rfb., Eg? 4 x- , S100 000 Reward 9 LF-br Information beading To and Cupvlctiun Wayablc in gnld, land or lixeslogkm X- -v---1 ' ,. Us-, , 4 L 1 ' ' I , . I .ff x.f.f fvg, , , 'fi ' - ,E .',. If WI Awakened at 0200 from their slumber dl I Q.. -b' 1 1 l I I K, ,.. 'U t V bore their pain until 1500 Special Evolution Tiger Cruise Another evolution that brings a more relaxed atmosphere to the ship and her crew is the Tiger Cruise. It is then that a sailor on board can invite a male rela- tive or friend to come aboard for one week to see what it is he and his fellow shipmates do while at sea. lt begins at Pearl Harbor, located on the Hawaiian island of Oahu. Soon as the ship leaves port, the indoctrination of the Tigers begins: receiving berthing assign- ments, going to various lectures that explain Camong other things? the un- common lingo of sailors, the evolutions they can expect to witness while at sea and various tours that will be given during the next seven days. Most young boys never have the opportu- nity to explore a naval vessel while it is actually performing its mission. This is one of the reasons for having Tiger Cruises: to expose young people to what the Navy is all about. This can have two ramifications. First, they have vivid memories they can share with their friends and family. Se- condly, and most importantly, the ex- perience could possibly lead that individual to join the Navy! And what about the older Tigers? Well, they may be retired sailors who just wanted to go to sea one last time. z i..1,.., -47 .fl-M . , , 1 . iv .N -V 4 -. . , , , ,- F a s-gig -'i'l 5 'H 3 f- -- A 4 . H Q1 VJ .-24: r.--v. J : . . -f l62l f 1 4 ? we 5 : gg f 3 'Y si if -4 . . travelled the mighty 'x X11 Special E olution : Welcoming Home Ceremon kan ,.n,,u7lQ'X I X J .Q In .Q tj The quintessential experience of being a sailor is the long-awaited reunion with family and friends back in the ship's homeport. There is nothing quite like the highly emotional atmo- sphere found both on the ship and on the pier as the weary ship nears. The sailors can barely restrain from just diving off the ship and swimming to their loved ones. From the perspective of the ship, the congregation that has gathered on the pier appears in a most festive mood: colorful balloons float towards the sun, the strains of some bright song drift out over the water and the wives, girlfriends, children, parents and friends cheer and wave unceasingly. And once the brow has been put into place and the crowd begins the steep climb to the quarter- deck, a most wonderful thing begins to happen! The reality of the moment has finally registered in everyone's mind and that moment is forever sealed with lingering kisses and l love you's and unending embraces. lt's at this very moment, under a warm California sun, that it all suddenly makes sense: the separation, the hard work, defending America and its principles and, finally, the unifying energy of Love. Only the Navy has the ability to renew and strengthen one's outlook on daily life. USSfK I SKA AQ if 1 'lt gm ii, w 5,53 4 WMM .f i svf - ,Hz 4-4 ' H 1 , ' ' 1, . if . 'A -H , - -V ,. 1 ,L , wa,-fyfa. ' gl-5' 1, fimf. ,J ai. -. jg- '4 45, ifieiifi gf., . .-4-f'e5 gZ ,23I, ,f Q - , -- f -' , E,1.ffE1f '.9' .Q ' - 7 f N J ---'-f f ,g1 fi, x - . ,, nl .-..,,,, . ,- fly- ,,. - 11 The bright star Polaris had guided them , U . i 3 .,m,mmH- Bi S+ ff' ,M . ff: ' v,.-vu .1 .,- W 51, . 'Q' x. ag , 'I -' h J' la- 5, A Q-3' ' 1. arf P fi - I 1 L ,, .. p f . , U ,Z e- we 4 il QS ' t A i L vi IN iw he iz ,Q A 'Zo ' 1 'Q i v I fa-ff gi: 1 .1-. VE film iff j rl-44... . back to their terrestrial home of America -11,,. ff-22 LTIG Hansen GMC Peterson GMG3 Beltran l 681 LT Oldham A BMC Weisbrod SN Bradford BM1 Cooley The KI KA Crew 1990 - 1991 Deck Department LC DR Wortham BM1 Abugan SA Brinkley SN Crockett ht A MMC Allen BMC Lewis SA Andrews SN Baker SA Cabrito SA Castro SN Deck BM2 Douglas X BMCS McDaniel SN Balina SN Clymer G wa. , , ff 2 5 Xl W ef FN Espe I SR Garza SN Fields i 1 SR Gorey 7'r1C3Homedeagle SA Johnson SN Lo 1 PEZ EM3 Luu F X X X X x Q F xii! 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If 5 K A X X R t Q .T w BMSN Pacheco SA Sanchez s- R 'cz 'G ,, BMI Steitte fi f - SR Warthen FN Pena BM2 Pope SA Savella MM3 Scott SA Timmons SR Tolentino BM2 Whitney SR Wi1liamS Deck Department Deck Department Deck Department Deck Department D k D 1701 SN Ynes MM3 Zehrung ec epartlnent ,, an vt' BT' N X lb' LUG Bickford STCS Monsada NNI Bursby W3 Dano Engineering Department LTIG Garvey LT Cuarino MM3 Allen HT3 Beall EMI Calpito BT2 Dickover MM3 Forster lC3 Carillo fl 3 MM3 Douglas .v ' ,A S.. BT3 Freeman fi' CWO3 Stutlien ENl Benavidez BT3 Castillo 49- HT2 Dralieim HT2 Cain EMC Aguilar EN2 Bessette MRl Castro BTFA Fausto EMFA Calgano Q DCC Brown r EM3 Brandon EN 3 Cheney MM3 Fick XV, XX x ff' X '- X 1 I R X N Jfxl, 1' ' xx 4 f XS-II, ff' BT3 Greer ll EM3 Hurst BT2 Mayfield ' . .1 . , MM3 Schlak X x ! R X X X fff Rx Z' 7, -, MMl Hall f J'-1. 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QM3 McLean SN Torrernocha LT Curtis LTIG Hormann AMHAA Chmel .I HM3 Oppel HM3 Velasco LT A. jackson AOC Thomas AMSI Dallas QM3 Orth QMT Paulsen NCl Rodeen Air Department LT S. jackson LT Laliorge AK'l Antonio AZ2 Baer AD2 Deguzman PRI Denham LT Sise AMSAN Bischel 1.-an ADI Dilay S.. r ' -- ' , - '- PNSN Sorensen Y X l 5 , LT Vertel AD2 Castillo I AEI Evans ,T . , n IW Jf im! jacob -.01 White , eaaai IX L .f' N. ,lf X, , X X , X, l x .x Y 'd,Z,- V I ,f ' -AY ,,,-,f- f! I fi lf i i , i If I X. X, ex , --- ,,xY,,,,f 45 AD2 johnson AT2 johnston AT2 Lugsdon PR2 Martinez AMS2 O I AD2 Wilson A pu entisinia JU i EOD Department 1 , V 1. TMI Carmichael EN3 Halliday QMl MHYSUEIU , 1 In f-'wr ,, , QE' .- th, The remains of USS Arizona quietly rest be- neath the water at Pearl Harbor. The city of Honolulu sits between the ocean and the mountains and under an enor- mous blue sky. Taking a leisure ly stroll along the beach front is a common form of relaxa- tion in Hawaii. This weathered vol- canic island now has a soft green cover that lessens the tropical sun s glare. Guam is a paradise of beautiful landscapes and ancient artifacts. Hall Having cocktails at the Hilton Hotel, these two naval officers are graced with the pre- sence of a smiling waitress. If you tire of the ocean, then you can alwavs swim in the pool. Sightseeing in one of Agana's ritzy neighbor- hoods, these two wave for the photographer. As others drink and have con- versation, others must still work. The country-side of the Philippines is some of the most beautiful in the world. The city of Olongapo is located just across the river from Subic Bay. These four KISKA sailors decided to go to Grande Island to have a grand time! 0:3 Y T fs,f ?ff,E . , . Q Y . l. ,Y , -il iff... .Qi 4. ,7 , rung 4 -if wi, yr N4 The busy streets of Olongapo teem with jeepneys and many curious shoppers. After many days at sea, these sailors decided to relax by the sea . . . . . . while these sai- lors relaxed at an outdoor cafe on base. Panang, Malaysia was once named George- town, reflecting its past domination by Great Britain. Hinduism and other oriental religions are widespread through- out Malaysia. Here we have a temple of worship to Vishnu. Remnants of a great battle fortress bring to mind a time that was perhaps not so tranquil. B ff' in tiff NAQ- Y' xt lA 4 . Z aiifa-ffe - xx: fir! gf fag. .2 ws' Q .3115 ,Qi TY?- lt may not he a sleek, modern mode of trans- portation, but it is cheap and fun. This beautiful example of a Moslem Mosque was built over one hundred years ago. Vivid colors, in- tricate designs and fanciful gods stimulate the imagination at this Buddhist temple. Although Hong Kong is densely populated and has an abundance of skyscrapers, there are large tracts of un- developed land that breaks the monotony of urbanization. Unlike Californias clogged freeways, Hong Kong has a superior mass transit system that keeps the streets free from grid- lock. Hong Kong is famous for its many alleys. Here we see two sai- lors about to embark on an adventure of consumer frenzy. . , y . , 1.-, 'f--- v- -it H4 A L, L., qv V M. .M F11 'iii N. .il F Sculpture is an integral part of city life in the Grient. The mighty ship KISKA anchored beside downtown Hong Kong. Cn the other side of Hong Kong lsland is the small village of Stanely. It is here where one can find bar- gains on unusual items at the Mar- ket. Night Scene iii: The dragon of good fortune. Down narrow, busy streets one can find the living heartbeat of the true Hong Kong. A multitude of neon signs hang precarious- ly over pedestrians and motor vehicles. fa.: gg' Q51 .f'v' f,,,J,- Q, . Hong Kong's new Performing Arts Center houses many of the arts under one roof. Night Scene 32: Buildings outlined in lights. Night Scene 33: Illuminated Consumerism, L N -' .f 1 v I .-' , - -fv Q -- , -'fi -:,.g'?JL. 1 me ' '.., . -Qi' Q 4 I '----.1 Q V -fs.-..,,, 1 r I ' x W. s . -1s..1, ' ' Tix- Q 'xv ,N ',j,5,.---figV-g,1i'fg'jg1'g.' .gf ' ' 'tn-1.L,f,, - 5.f3J:C!1Sff,, t1! f',. 5. f f..Q-: 9412? :,:,g.gQ,-iv., qggq' 1' ' .5? qL, -- -cz.: , WK , 1 A I F: ig, , -I Q 'Q - , 1 ... A ix .N . . ..- Q . il .1 ' .ra I ., . AI. X . , . ,-1. g 1 1 1 1, ' f. 1 .4 , . . ,, sf I . K ' ' 1 1 1 -1 V4 , V-skw., - , . .4 - f . ,, - Q ' z 4,-uwfL.,.r .' 'mf f ft - L .W K 5' , f .G -f Q 5 l je , - 1 S 3, fr' I . 1 'fv 'J ,. E H Two crewmembers plan their next stop Perth's atmoshpere was warm and friendly. HMAS Stirling hosted our enjoyable port visit to Perth. +V , lllest: HC , lg i 'ffl is iQi YI m in 2.1012 .- fam wx, 'I A if x i UIANU sm WY LIL! Hill! Bali offered everyone the Chance to get away and relax in style. Great food to eat was no problem to find either. Shopping is very affordable in the many street side stores. Baby ugs Baby Mugs Baby Mugs Baby Mugs During any given deployment, many babies are born to the sailors onboard. These WESTPAC babies are just as ' much a part of the KISKA family as their mothers, brothers, sisters and Xt I fathers. It is our intention by preparing A this lay-out to include these new crew li members and officially recognize them as part of our extended family. l Carrillo Daniel john Califf Fick Kimberly Brelene v ' 'cy xl' 'H Annie Adams David Michael Ynes Ellen Marie Zehrung A1-yl-Lee Ryan Arrozal Andrew Keith Iessica Raelynn Cameron Michael Dickover Keith '94 4 'VR M1 SC Gmane ous Ph 0156 Sra P115 Ne, l l S 5 4 f I . 'E 1 4 i t 4 3 5 'X I ,,... i '1-- ' x O 32 I 4 29 af' Mug Shots of the following personnel were not available, however, these crewmembers were valuable members of our deployment crew: N.. ETCS Kievit MM3 Guasch MM2 Long EM3 Muncy SN Smith, A. 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